Short Essay Questions

1. What is Marethyu showing Scathach and the others and why are they confused?

2. What does Dee tell Josh to do on their way to Alcatraz and how do Josh's memories help him in this task?

3. What happens to the police officers outside a building which Dee and Virginia approach and how do Dee, Dare and Josh feel about it?

4. What happens to the group on Danu Talis?

5. Who goes into Xibalba and what do they do?

6. Who is in a glass tower and what does he tell his visitor?

7. How does Sophie feel about Perenelle using Sophie's aura, and what does Sophie decide?

8. Where is Promotheseus driving a Jeep and why is he weak?

9. Who is the author of the Prologue and what does she say about Nicholas Flamel?

10. How does Sophie feel about Perenelle and what does Perenelle tell Sophie?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The Warlock is one book in a series of novels involving Nicholas and the twins. Discuss the following.

1. What are a couple advantages of writing a series of novels about the same characters? Use examples.

2. What are a couple disadvantages of writing a series of novels about the same characters? Use examples.

3. Do you prefer to read a standalone book, or a series of books with the same main characters? Explain your response.

4. Do you think it is easier or more difficult (or about the same) to write a standalone book versus one in a series? Explain your answer.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the following:

1. What do you think are the characteristics of a successful novel?

2. Analyze and discuss Warlock based upon the criteria you decide upon in #1 and judge if The Warlock is a successful novel.

3. Do you think the criteria for a successful novel should be different if it is written for adults versus young adults? Why or why not? Would most adults consider Warlock a successful novel? What about young teens?

Essay Topic 3

Many readers of fiction place themselves in the position of one character, wondering if they would do the same thing as that character. Discuss the following:

1. Do you think one of the values of literature is to serve as a reflection of oneself? Why or why not?

2. Socrates said "Know thyself." How can reading a book such as The Warlock help a reader to know him/herself? Do you find yourself reflecting on your own character and abilities when reading The Warlock? Why or why not?

3. Choose one specific incident in The Warlock to discuss and compare one of the characters' response to how you think you would respond.